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DETROIT vs. PATERSON
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Detroit, Michigan vs. Paterson, New Jersey
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Paterson, New Jersey is
32.6%
more expensive
than Detroit, Michigan.
You would need a salary of
$66,291
in Paterson, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Paterson, New Jersey is
more expensive
than Detroit, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
446% more expensive in Paterson
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. Paterson, NJ
Compared to Detroit, Paterson is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
32.6% higher
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Food
16.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
386.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
28.7% higher
Commute
23.7% lower
Health
23.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
11.4% higher
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